Systems Engineer

Location

Longmont, CO (onsite)

minimum 5 years of experience in Systems Engineering

Bachelor's or Master's Degree in Systems Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field.

$125,000-$175,000 depending on experience.

nLIGHT-DEFENSE Systems, Inc. is one of the nation's leading developers of Directed Energy systems, which is a top modernization priority of the Department of Defense. Our High Energy Laser (HEL) systems, Adaptive Optical (AO) systems, and Acquisition / Pointing / Tracking (APT) solutions are designed to overcome the most difficult challenges facing the deployment of high energy laser solutions to the United States military and our allies.

Located in Longmont, Colorado, nLIGHT-DEFENSE Systems, Inc. is a vertically integrated business that leverages internal capabilities – from semiconductor device through target identification – to develop systems that are both high-performance and cost-effective. We continue to invest in capabilities, facilities and technology to bring leading edge HEL solutions to the warfighter.

We are seeking a skilled and motivated Systems Engineer to join our team. The ideal candidate will be a broad systems thinker with the ability to apply Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) principles as needed. Experience working within a structured team environment and implementing best practices aligned with relevant systems engineering standards is desired. This role will involve helping to guide our team's system model direction and ensuring effective integration with software, firmware, and other engineering disciplines.

The candidate will provide Systems Engineering support across the project lifecycle for High Energy Laser (HEL) Weapon Systems and/or HEL Beam Control System (BCS) applications.

All applicants must possess or be qualified to obtain a U.S. DoD Personnel Security Clearance. Preference will be given to candidates with an existing U.S. DoD Personnel Security Clearance. Further information on requirements to obtain a security clearance is available at: https://(Use the "Apply for this Job" box below). Please review this information before applying.

• Define and manage formal requirements through the project lifecycle, including tracking Key Performance Parameters (KPPs) and associated allocations.
• Utilize Model Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) tools to develop and manage an integrated data‑driven model consisting of requirements, interfaces, test data, simulation tools, and other technical information.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams, including software and firmware, to integrate system models and ensure coherent system development.
• Provide guidance on systems engineering best practices and tools to the team.
• Develop and deliver technical documentation, including requirements specifications, design descriptions, and validation plans.
• Develop Interface Control Documents (ICDs) by combining inputs from multiple engineering disciplines.
• Develop and integrate artifacts for formal DoD acquisition design reviews (CDR, SRR, PDR, I , etc.).
• Continuously improve processes and tools related to systems engineering and MBSE.

• Commitment to Excellence. Attention to Detail. Pride in Workmanship.
• Ability to work in a dynamic environment and maintain composure and good working relationships under pressure.
• 3+ years of experience in systems engineering with exposure to MBSE.
• Excellent in individual and collaborative work assignments, with focus on promoting a collaborative work environment.
• Experience or strong interest in software development and the ability to effectively interface with software/firmware engineering teams.
• Effectively manage schedule and priorities with minimal daily direction to meet mid‑to‑long‑term schedule objectives.
• Superior problem‑solving ability and ability to absorb information from multiple sources to reach a solution.
• Experience in MATLAB or other software development tools (C, C++, C#, Java).
• Experience in System Engineering tools:
  Cameo Systems Modeler or similar.
• Develop and track modeling and allocations for Technical Performance…